Suginomori Narai
Suginomori Narai
Ingredients:
Mountain water of Narai, rice from Azumino, Sake yeast (Kyokai No.7)
Volume: 720ml
Rice Polishing Ratio: Undisclosed (Junmai Daiginjyo class)
Alcohol Content: 14%
Place of Production: Narai-juku, Nagano
Storage Instructions: Keep refrigerated (5 -10°C) and store vertically in a cool, dark place.
A limited edition sake brewed between 2021 and 2023, using one of three sake rice varieties local to Nagano – Kinmon Nishiki, Sankei Nishiki, and Miyama Nishiki. Rice variety and polishing ratios are undisclosed to encourage an unbiased tasting experience. Using the super-soft mountain water of Narai, it features a rich, aromatic taste with a smooth mouthfeel and delicate effervescence. This sake represents our exploration of unique and optimal expressions of narai.
Our brewery is nestled in the beautiful townscape of Narai-juku, a historic and well-preserved town in Nagano Prefecture. narai uses the fresh mountain water of nearby Kiso Valley, flowing from an altitude of over 1,000m. The water is characterized by its clarity and smooth, rounded texture brought about by a rare water hardness of less than 25. We hope you enjoy narai, a sake that expresses the beautiful nature of Nagano.